In the IV Judicial District of La Pampa, prosecutor Nicolás Rojo and defender Soledad Trímboli made donations to the social program INAUN and the Victorica Aeroclub. The funds came from judicial cases related to poaching, resolved through the “opportunity criterion,” which allows compensation to be channeled to local institutions.
INAUN received a 50-inch television for recreational activities, while the Aeroclub obtained materials for runway maintenance and high-traffic paint. The initiative seeks to translate sanctions into tangible benefits for the community.
Background of the Measure
In April, three hunters from Buenos Aires and Córdoba, sanctioned for poaching, agreed with the Justice to pay one million pesos for damages caused in JIN 21.
According to prosecutor Rojo, the goal is for compensations “not to remain abstract” and to become tangible contributions.
Reasons to Combat Poaching
The province considers this fight crucial for:
- Conservation of Fauna: preventing population decline and irreversible damage to native species.
- Public Safety: stopping the illegal use of weapons on private fields and preventing related crimes such as cattle rustling.
- Economy and Tourism: protecting natural resources that sustain ecotourism in areas like Parque Luro.
Control Strategies
La Pampa implements operations that combine:
- Aerial surveillance with thermal drones.
- Patrols in strategic rural areas such as Victorica and General Acha.
- Severe fines and disqualifications to prevent recidivism.
Objectives of the Sanctions
The fines, which can exceed $2 million, aim to:
- Deterrent Effect: eliminate the economic incentive for poaching.
- Preservation of Biodiversity: prevent the indiscriminate killing of native species.
- Disqualification: temporarily or permanently prohibit hunting activities.
- Control of Associated Risks: reduce irregular transport of packs and transmission of diseases.
Legal Framework
Violations are penalized under the Provincial Law for the Conservation of Wildlife (Law 1194), through the “days fine” system, whose value is calculated based on fuel prices. The funds collected are allocated to public welfare institutions, reinforcing the link between justice and community.
The modality of allocating fines for poaching to local institutions represents an innovative advancement in Pampa’s Justice. It not only combats a crime that threatens biodiversity but also generates concrete contributions for society, strengthening environmental awareness and community commitment.
